Curiosity Weekly
Discovery
Welcome to Curiosity Weekly from Discovery, hosted by Dr. Samantha Yammine. Once a week, we’ll bring you the latest and greatest in scientific discoveries and break down the details so that you don’t need a PhD to understand it. From neuroscience to climate tech to AI and genetics, no subject is off-limits. Join Sam as she interviews expert guests and investigates the research guiding some of the most exciting scientific breakthroughs affecting our world today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Apr 4, 2024 • 13min
Geoengineering, Artificial Sweeteners, Butterfly Mimicry
Today's podcast discusses risky geoengineering strategies for global warming, the link between artificial sweeteners and irregular heartbeat, and how butterflies mimic each other's flight to avoid predators. Stay informed and entertained with Curiosity Daily!
Apr 3, 2024 • 11min
Shark Hunter, Asbestos Cancer Treatment, Creative Flow
The podcast discusses orcas hunting great white sharks, a breakthrough treatment for asbestos-linked cancer, and the brain science behind creative flow states
Mar 29, 2024 • 11min
Human Diversity, Ancient Tool Use, Deep Sea Discoveries
Scientists discuss major genetic discoveries from a database, recreate stone age tools for study, and reveal deep sea findings. New genetic markers linked to type 2 diabetes, tool functions from 30,000 years ago, uncharted marine life near Chile
Mar 28, 2024 • 12min
Learning From Friends, Hair & Heart, Feeding Weeds
Learn how people learn differently from friends vs. foes, the heart health benefits of a common hair loss drug, and how a weed could help solve world hunger
Mar 27, 2024 • 13min
ADHD Foraging, Pollution & Pollinators, Big Cats Listen
The podcast delves into how ADHD may have benefited ancient foragers, explores the impact of pollution on nighttime pollinators, and reveals that big cats can distinguish between familiar and unfamiliar voices.
Mar 22, 2024 • 11min
Mind-Reading, Universe’s Brightest Object, Cinnamon
Explore mind-reading devices decoding brain secrets, the universe's brightest quasar powered by a black hole, and cinnamon's potential to reduce blood glucose levels in prediabetes.
Mar 21, 2024 • 10min
Category 6, Colo-Rectal Bacteria, Meteorite Loot
Podcast discusses the need for a new hurricane category in a warming world, unique bacteria linked to young-onset colorectal cancer, and ancient treasures made from meteoritic iron. Explore the impact of climate change on storm intensity, the correlation between specific bacteria and tumors in young cancer patients, and the discovery of Bronze Age artifacts crafted with extraterrestrial metal.
Mar 20, 2024 • 13min
Stress & Immunity, Crop Resilience, Psychedelic Scale
Learn about the link between stress and immunity, how plants adapt to extreme conditions, and the resurgence of research on psychedelics. Discover how immune cells affect emotional health, the biological clock of plants, and the measurement of psychedelic experiences.
Mar 15, 2024 • 10min
Depression Temp, Cold Water Menopause, Ultrasound Sticker
This podcast discusses the link between body temperature and depression, the benefits of cold water swimming for menopausal women, and a new sticker that can detect organ failure. It explores how body temperature affects mental health and potential treatments, as well as innovative technology for monitoring internal organ health.
4 snips
Mar 14, 2024 • 10min
Psychosis Blood Test, Altitude Genes, PCOS Cognition
A new blood test predicts psychosis risk for precise treatment, gene mutations allow different populations to thrive at extreme altitudes, and polycystic ovary syndrome is linked to cognitive decline in midlife.
